Upon the completion of this activity the participant should be able to:

Evaluate the significance of even "minor" declines in renal function in the hospital setting

Describe the importance of absolute GFR as well as "delta" GFR

Convey the usefullness of calculating eGFR and the limits of the calculations

Consider using data base approaches to analyzing outcomes

Implement the use of EHR as a research tool

Accreditation: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.